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Himeji Castle Nishi-Oyashiki-ato Garden KOKO-EN

A Japanese garden adjacent to the World Heritage Site of Himeji Castle, which has been used as a setting for many samurai dramas and TV shows.

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On the southwest side of Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site, Koko-en is a strolling-style garden around ponds and consists of nine different themed gardens, including the Garden of the Lord’s Residence, on a vast site of approx. 3,300 m2. The Edo period atmosphere draws visitors, and it’s also known as a popular filming location for movies and TV shows, including samurai dramas.

The seasonal scenery is another attraction of this beautiful garden. The garden changes color throughout the year: a pink carpet of cherry blossoms in spring; fresh greenery in summer; fiery colors of autumn foliage in autumn; and pure white snow in winter. There are light-up events at night during the “Yozakura-kai” (cherry blossom night viewing) in spring, the “Kangetsu-kai” (full-moon viewing) and the “Momiji-kai” (autumn foliage night viewing) in fall to enjoy its mysterious scenery.

There are some facilities where visitors can experience Japanese culture, such as a sukiya-zukuri style tea ceremony house, “Souju-an” (additional charge for tea and sweets, held about 6 times a day), and a restaurant, “Kassui-ken,” where customers can enjoy meals while admiring the Garden of the Lord’s Residence.

Highlights

  • A Japanese garden on the southwest side of Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site.
  • It consists of 9 different themed gardens on a vast site of approx. 3,300 m2.
  • It is well-known as a filming location for samurai dramas, movies, and TV shows.
  • There are light-up events in spring for cherry blossom viewing and in autumn for autumn foliage.
  • Visitors can enjoy matcha green tea or meals while admiring the gardens at the tea house or restaurant.

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  • It consists of nine different themed gardens, including the Garden of the Lord’s Residence

    It consists of nine different themed gardens, including the Garden of the Lord’s Residence

  • Cherry blossom night viewing “Yozakura-kai”

    Cherry blossom night viewing “Yozakura-kai”

  • The “Kangetsu-kai” is held in mid-autumn to view the full moon.

    The “Kangetsu-kai” is held in mid-autumn to view the full moon.

  • “Momiji-kai” to admire the autumn foliage.

    “Momiji-kai” to admire the autumn foliage.

  • Experience a tea ceremony with matcha green tea and Japanese sweets at the tea house “Souju-an.”

    Experience a tea ceremony with matcha green tea and Japanese sweets at the tea house “Souju-an.”

  • At the restaurant “Kassui-ken,” customers enjoy meals while admiring the beautiful scenery.

    At the restaurant “Kassui-ken,” customers enjoy meals while admiring the beautiful scenery.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Do you have foreign language support? (If it is available, what language is available?)

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English (but simple guidance only)

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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?

A

Re-entry is not allowed.

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Is free WiFi available in the facility?

A

Yes, it is.

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Is eating and drinking allowed? Also, is it possible to bring in food and beverages?

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Drinking water is permitted. Please refrain from other eating and drinking on the premises.

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Are coin lockers available?

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Coin lockers are available for 100yen per one-time use.

Q

Are there any discounted tickets available?

A

Set tickets including Himeji Castle are available. Entry to castle (usually 1,000yen) and Koko-en Garden (usually 310yen) is available together for only 1,050yen.

Reviews

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  • 林生安

    名氣沒有很大只是剛好在姬路城旁邊順便買票進來看,整體環境還算不錯。

  • Always.No1

    庭園非常美麗相當有意境,連同姬路城套票合買才1050日幣。

Details

Name in Japanese
姫路城西御屋敷庭園跡 好古園
Postal Code
670-0012
Address
68 Honmachi, Himeji City, Hyogo
Telephone
079-289-4120
Holiday
December 29 and 30
Hours
9:00am-5:00pm (Admission allowed until 4:30pm)
Admission
Adults 310 yen, Children (elementary - high school students) 150 yen (including 18-year-old high school students) *Preschoolers are free of charge.
Directions
1) A 20-minute walk from JR Himeji Station on the Sanyo Main Line.
2) Take the Shinki Bus from JR Himeji Station north exit and get off at “Himeji-jo Otemon Mae” bus stop, then walk for 5 minutes.
3) a 15-minute walk from Sanyo-Himeji Station on the Sanyo Electric Railway
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)